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Paula Gallo

Saugus

Summary

Experienced Medical Assistant with extensive knowledge of medical regulations and policies. Offers strong dedication to informed patient care, administrative excellence and confidentiality.

Overview

33
33
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Certified Medical Assistant

Cambridge Health Alliance
06.2012 - Current
  • Directed patients to exam rooms, fielded questions, and prepared for physician examinations.
  • Completed EKGs and other tests based on patient presentation in office.
  • Oriented and trained new staff on proper procedures and policies.
  • Provided compassionate care for patients, addressing their concerns and ensuring a positive experience.
  • Collected and documented patient medical information such as blood pressure and weight.
  • Assisted with routine checks and diagnostic testing by collecting and processing specimens.


Medical Assistant (200 Hour Externship)

Lahey Clinic
05.2012 - 06.2012

Greeted all patients in a professional and friendly manner

Took all vital signs and prepared patients to be ready to see the MD

Recorded all vital signs in computerized system

Prepared and stocked exam rooms for individual appointments

Administrative Assistant

Net Properties Management
09.1991 - 01.1997

Assisted the treasurer with daily needs and procedures

Performed accounts payable duties

Answered and directed phone calls as needed

Maintained file database

Education

Certified Nursing Assistant - Medical Assisting

Everest Institute
Chelsea, MA
06.2012

Skills

  • HIPAA Compliance
  • Medical Terminology
  • Specimens collection and processing
  • Vital Sign Monitoring
  • Patient documentation
  • EKG
  • Diagnostic Testing: UA's, UCG's, Rapid Strep, Hct, Hgb, Occult Blood, Glucometer, PKU's
  • Eye/Ear Lavage
  • Venipuncture

Certification

Certified in BLS training

Timeline

Certified Medical Assistant

Cambridge Health Alliance
06.2012 - Current

Medical Assistant (200 Hour Externship)

Lahey Clinic
05.2012 - 06.2012

Administrative Assistant

Net Properties Management
09.1991 - 01.1997

Certified Nursing Assistant - Medical Assisting

Everest Institute
Paula Gallo